Facebook
LinkedIn
Twitter
Welcome to the Building Permits section of the Township of Springwater's website. Here, you'll find detailed information on permit requirements, application processes, and fees, along with resources to guide you through every step of obtaining your building permit. Review the requirements below to get started on your application.
Important Update: Transition to the 2024 Ontario Building Code
The 2024 Ontario Building Code came into effect on January 1, 2025. There is a three-month grace period until March 31, 2025 for certain designs already in progress.
| Transition Period Dates |
January 1, 2025 - March 31, 2025
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
|
| Building Permit Guide |
A building permit is your formal permission from the Township of Springwater to begin the work described in your approved plans. Building Services issues permits for:
Building permits keep people safe. By getting a building permit and the required inspections, you can ensure that your project meets health and safety standards, the Ontario Building Code and other applicable law. |
Additional Residential Units
Additional Residential Units are permitted in the Township of Springwater, as per our Additional Residential Unit By-law Amendment. An Additional Residential Unit is a smaller, separate living space located on the same property as an existing house, such as a basement or a detached structure.
Learn more about Additional Residential Units
| Apply for a Building Permit |
| All permit applications can now be submitted online via our Web Portal. Before you begin, please ensure that all required documents are complete and signed (as applicable). Scan each document separately and give it a recognizable file name (e.g., Building Application, Pool Enclosure and Hot Tub Application, Septic Application, Drawings, Site Plan, etc.) and save them to your computer. Please note that an application form is required for all projects. Information collected via the portal allows your information to come into our system but does not replace an application form.
Please note that Planning and Zoning reviews cannot take place without an accurate site plan or lot grading plan (as applicable) and drawings showing all dimensions. Only complete applications can be reviewed and approved for permit issuance. Review our Building Guides to ensure you have all of the required information for your residential building project before selecting “Submit”. If your application is incomplete, select “Save as draft”. This will save your work and allow you to complete your application at a later date through the link provided to you. |
Frequently Asked Questions
|
What projects need a building permit? |
|
Typically, you will need a permit for:
|
|
What projects do not need a building permit? |
|
Non-structural projects that do not need a building permit include:
|
|
Who can get a building permit? |
|
Property owners are responsible for getting a building permit for their project. Property owners can authorize a contractor or other person to apply on their behalf by providing a written letter of authorization with their permit application. |
|
What if I need to add or make changes to a building permit application that has already been submitted? |
|
If your project changes after you have submitted your application, or you need to submit additional information, please email us with reference to your previous submission. Include the application number and address in the subject line of your email, and send it to building@springwater.ca, unless otherwise notified by Building Staff. |
Restrictive Covenants
Restrictive covenants may be implemented by a developer of a given subdivision to maintain consistency among various properties in the neighbourhood, and therefore, they typically affect every lot in a subdivision. These forms an agreement between the property owner and the developer, not the Township. These restrictions may extend beyond the Ontario Building Code, municipal zoning and building by-laws. For example, they may cover items such as types of cladding, fences, setbacks to property lines, building size or height. If you are uncertain as to whether this may apply to you, please contact your developer or lawyer to determine whether a restrictive covenant is in place prior to building permit submission to ensure compliance with any applicable covenants on your property.
Please note: There is currently an issue affecting registration and applying for building permits and inspections. We are looking into the issue. Please send inspection requests and permit applications to building@springwater.ca
Application Forms
The form you need will depend on your project. Please review our Building Guides or speak to building staff to ensure that you submit what you need for your project. Completed applications, with all required forms, documents and applicable drawings, can be submitted through our Web Portal.
|
Buildings |
|
| Septic |
|
|
Pools, Hot Tubs and Tents |
|
|
Change of Use |
|
|
Other |
|
Permit Fees
Building fees depend on:
- Your project's square footage and construction value
- Our Building By-law
- Fees and Charges By-law (fees updated annually)
Additional fees may apply depending on the nature and location of your project, such as entrance permit fees, development charges, water and sewer levies, lot grade deposits, or re-inspection fees. Check with building staff to determine which fees apply to your project.
Technical Bulletins
Technical bulletins are issued by the Building Services Department to clarify and explain the interpretation and application of technical and administrative requirements of the Building Code, related standards, by-laws and processes.
| Bulletin No. | Subject | Date Issued |
|---|---|---|
| TB.2022.02 | Sheds and gazebos, an update and an overview | 2022-05-04 |
| Tips and Contacts |
|
Subscribe to this PageContact Us